Kia ora and welcome to Newshub's live coverage of the Blackcaps' critical World Cup encounter with Sri Lanka on Thursday.
After their fast start to the tournament, the New Zealanders have dropped their last four matches, leaving them facing a must-win situation in their final group tie against struggling Sri Lankans, who have won just two of their eight fixtures in India.
Even a win may not save the Blackcaps, who would also have to rely on Pakistan not beating England and surpassing their net run-rate.
Lose, and their only hope is Pakistan and Afghanistan dropping their final games respectively.
Throwing the cat further among the pigeons is the inclement forecast for tonight's game, with a deluge expected to impact proceedings.
We'll have all of the action from 9pm.
TAB betting odds:
New Zealand - $1.26 Sri Lanka - $3.75
